Mod G Unit 1 Lesson 3 : Reducing Effect of Natural Hazards

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Engineers are designing a bridge that will better withstand earthquake forces. What is the process called when engineers use a computer to see what happens to their design during an earthquake?
variables
modeling
prediction
navigation
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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
What is the best method for a geologist to find a scientific explanation for varying levels of damage in a city after an earthquake?
Review local newspaper reports
Conduct a survey of residents in each area
Create a compute model that takes into account different variables
Analyze the strength of previous earthquakes that have struck the same area
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Scientists and engineers work together to try to reduce the damage from natural hazards. Which term is used to describe this process?
mitigation
technology
scientific method
controlling variables
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
A scientist is constructing a device that will predict exactly where hurricanes will travel. This device could save many lives but will be extremely expensive. Which term describes the high cost of this device?
benefit
criteria
constraint
technology
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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Engineers have been asked to develop a plan to reduce the effects of hurricanes on a coastal community. Which is the first step engineers should take when developing a plan to reduce the effects of a natural hazard?
Identify the need
propose a solution
evaluate the solution
determine the criteria and constraints
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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
This data table shows information about earthquakes in Northern California. Which strategy is the most practical way to mitigate damage to buildings as a result of earthquakes in this area?
research methods of preventing earthquakes from happening
educate the public about how to respond in case of an earthquake
research methods of designing buildings to withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
design early detection systems to know when an earthquake larger than magnitude 5.0 will happen next
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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1
NGSS.MS-ETS1-3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
A hurricane destroyed a coastal town. Afterward, the town was rebuilt. Which term describes the rebuilding process after a natural disaster?
response
recovery
mitigation
preparation
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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2
NGSS.MS-ETS1-4
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